Jeffrey Osborne will make a very special appearance at WaterFire’s opening ceremonies. At 8 p.m. Mr. Osborne will welcome the opening torch procession for RI Defeats Hep C led by Dr. Brian R. Edlin, Dr. Lynn Taylor, and other leaders in the fight against hep C, as well as introduce the Mixed Magic Exult Gospel Choir who will perform on the Basin Stage as part of the opening ceremonies. Mr. Osborne will be speaking again at the WaterFire Music Stage on Steeple Street shortly after 9 p.m.

Next, we’ll hear from WaterFire’s very own Gary St. Laurent, WaterFire’s Volunteer Coordinator, who will be joined by Andre Zawadowicz, Volunteer Photographer and Boat Captain in Training! They will share information on the unique experience of being a WaterFire volunteer, and let you know how to get involved!